Escort Mk2 Harrier 1979-1980

Escort Mk2 Harrier 1979-1980

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Designed to celebrate Ford's 1979 World Rally Championship title, the Escort Harrier was a special edition based upon the 1600 Sport. Available in Diamond White, or Strato Silver, both with blue body stripes, it's comprehensive specification included: Recaros, tinted glass, a push button radio, boot spoiler and 6-inch AVO alloys. The white and blue model cost £4,330, with the silver finish an extra £35.83. Only 1,500 were produced during 1979-1980.

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Escort RS2000 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980

Escort Mk2 RS2000

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All the Mk2 Escort RS models, including the RS 2000 Mk 2 of 1976-1980 were built at Saarlouis, in West Germany. Faster and better equipped than the original car, the MkII, with its unique droop-snoot nose, which included four headlamps, offered 110bhp and was no slower than the RS1800 "Homologation Special". Yet, this car was also refined, being easy to drive with good handling. A practical four-seater, it could be easily repaired and serviced by every Ford workshop, in contrast to its exotic rivals.

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Classic Ford Escort RS2000 Mk2 1975 (RS 2000 Mk 2)

Escort RS2000 (mk2)

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With its new droopsnoot nose, the new RS 2000 created a stir at the 1975 Geneva Motor Show. Like all previous RS Escorts, it was based on the two-door saloon body style and featured extensive used of matt black paint in place of conventional bright metal. Clearly aimed at the sporting buyer who wanted refinement and performance,the model was a success, gaining higher demand than earlier cars.

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Ford Capri Mk2 Cars: 3000S X-Pack, 3000GT S JPS, 2000GT S, 3.0 Ghia, 3000 GT

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Capri Mk2

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The hatchback Capri 2 was introduced in February 1974 with mechanical components broadly similar to the earlier range but with an all-new body-shell. The UK range consisted of crossflow-engined 1300L, Pinto-engined 1600L, XL and GT, Pinto-engined 2000GT and the new Ghia model, plus V6 3000GT and Ghia. Capri S went on sale from late 1975 following the success of the GT S or Midnight limited editions.

Capri 3000GT 1974-1975

With the new Capri mkII, the GT specification was available with 1600, 2000 and 3000 power units. The GT included halogen headlamps, a clock, twin-tone horns and individually folding rear seats. Minor details included keying the colour of the carpets to the exterior GT paintwork and two lamps in the tailgate luggage zone. GTs were only ever offered in manual transmission.

Capri 3.0 Ghia 1974-1978

There were 8 basic models in the 1974 Capri II (British) range, badged as follows: 1300L, 1600L, 1600XL, 1600GT, 2000GT, Ghia 2.0, 3000GT and Ghia 3.0. The 3.0-litre Ghia was developed with the Ford-owned coachbuilding firm Ghia of Trin. Separated rear-exhausts came with the 3.0-litre V6 in Britain, the Ghia boasted eight spoke alloy wheels, a vinyl roof, tinted glass and a sliding steel sunroof. Metalic paint was now available, and the Ghia offered a plush and luxurious environment, the seats upholstered in Rialto cloth.

Capri 2000GT S 1975

A special edition of the Capri MkII went on sale during June 1975. Variously titled the Capri II S (by Ford) or the Midnight Capri (by others), it was a subtle echoing of the John Player colours, which Lotus wore in Grand Prix racing. However, if black paintwork was not desired, the S could be ordered instead in Diamond White, with white bumpers/black rubber facing strips. All the remaining items stayed black. Available as a 1600, 2-litre or 3-litre, only a tiny handful of these white S-specification cars were produced.

Capri 3000GT S JPS 1975

The special edition Capri S (commonly known as the JPS model) went on sale in June 1975. With 1.6, 2.0 and 3.0-litre GT spec engines, it initially featured black paintwork, bumpers, window frames and door handles, with panels outlined in gold and gold badging. Inside there was black treatment for normally bright metal parts, plus black upholstery with gold-coloured cloth seat panels. A2.3-litre version was available for Germany. Such was the success of the S models that Ford offered them as mainstream for 1976.

Capri 3000S 1975-1978

Initially available to special order only, the S suffix replaced the GT title in October 1975. Retaining some of the body coachlines and matt-black embellishments of the JPS cars, the S Capris were now available in various body colours other than black. With firmer handling and better aerodynamics, they represented a return to the Capri's more sporting origins.

Capri 3000S X-Pack

With the series X kits, buyers could add authentic Rallye Sport style and performance, with a long list of options. These included on the 3.0-litre V6, a Group One Spec. engine, a limited slip differential, gas filled front struts, lower and stiffer front springs, gas-filled rear shock absorbers, 7 ½ J-plus alloys and ventilated brakes. The X-packs will be remembered for their superb looking body-kit, offering what the Ford brochure described as an Anti-dive kit, Wing extension kit and rear spoiler. Originals are ultra rare and desirable.

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Classic Ford Cortina: Mk 1, Mk 2, Mk 3, Mk 4, Mk 5

The Ford Cortina Story 1962 - 1982

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The Ford Cortina's place in motoring history is assured. Lasting exactly two decades, it became the benchmark saloon for family and business motorists during the Sixties and Seventies, ahead of strong competition from its rivals BMC, Vauxhall and Rootes.

Cortina Production Figures

MkI 1962 - 1966 1,013,391
MkII 1966 - 1970 1,027,869
MkIII 1970 - 1980 1,126,559
MkIV 1976 - 1980 1,131,850
MkV 1980 - 1982 1,131,850

Cortina Mk I 1962 - 66

In the late 1950s, Ford identified the need for an all-new family car. Although tempted by BMCs mini-car concept, which had taken the motoring world by storm, their engineers took a very conscious decision not to try and emulate this, but instead to build a reliable roomy car at a low price - the Ford Cortina. The only car that Ford launched in 1962, it was a design that went on to become the benchmark for family and business motoring for the next two decades.

Cortina Mk1 1962 - 66

The Mk 1 was launched in September 1962 with just one engine size of 1,195cc. The initial production of only 20,000 also carried a Consul bonnet badge. By January 1963, a 1,500cc-engined model was available with larger brakes and chome body strip embellishments. With prices including purchase-tax of £639 for the 2-door standard model and £666 10s 3d, for the deluxe model, Cortina soon became Ford's most important car range, sweeping all competition aside to become Britain's best selling car.

Cortina Mk2 1966 - 70

October 1966 gave first sight of the new Cortina. It offered crosp, clean almost European lines and a more powerful 1300cc engine complementing the 1500cc unit. Crossflow engines were available from August 1967. New safety features were strongly promoted - including door handles and switches that were designed to 'break-away' in an accident, child-proof locks on rear doors and dished steering wheels. Apart from the charismatic Lotus Cortina which was discontinued in 1970, the M II range will probably be best remembered for one particular model - the 1600E.

Cortina Mk3 1970 - 76

Given the 'Detroit look' by Head Engineer Harley Copp, the beautifully styled Mk 3 Cortina was appreciably bigger than the Mk 2. At launch, there were 2 and 4-door saloons, and a four-door estate in L and XL trims and featuring 1300 and 1600 overhead valve and 2-litre over head camshaft engines. GT and top-of-the-range GXL models were offered with 1600cc and 2 - litre engines. As proof of the total acceptance of the new Cortina, Ford sold a record 187,159 cars in 1972 alone. Eventually between 1970 and 1976, 1,126,559 Cortina Mk IIIs in all body styles were sold.

Cortina Mk4 1976 - 80

In September 1976 Ford introduced the more sophisticated and fashionable 'square-look' for the Cortina Mk 4. The new Cortina design featured increased visibility courtesy of a larger glass area, a lower waistline and an aerodynamic integral front-spoiler. It inherited much of the outgoing Mk III Cortina's dash layout. With firm control of the top-selling sopot, the Cortina continued to be improved with the addition of V6 power from a 2.3-litre engine available in GL, Ghia and S (for Sport) models.

Cortina 'Mk5' 1960 - 82

Although not officially a Ford marque, the 1980 revisions to the Cortina changed the appearance sufficiently for the trade and public to dub the new car the 'Mk 5'. Providing Ford with a 'family design image', the new Cortina range now closely resembled that of the larger Granada. Glass area was again increased, larger wrap-around bumpers gave more protection to the bodyshell and a new aerofoil grille further improved both appearance and the delivery of cooling air to the engine bay.

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